Mums' reviews

Our review

This sleigh bed has a real air of luxury about it, as well as handy features that will suit your baby’s changing needs as they grow.

Our review

Made from sturdy American Ash wood, the Lucas cot bed has a traditional curving sleigh-type design and is available in either sleek white, natural wood or espresso, which is a deep rich brown hue.

Choosing a cotbed means that your child’s sleeping arrangements are sorted for at least the first four years, and it also makes the transition from cot to bed much easier as it’ll seem more familiar than moving to a completely new bed. Just remember though if you have a second child, you might need the cot for them, so there is a risk that it might never be used as a junior bed at all!

The Lucas has slats down each side which can be removed once your child is old enough to move onto sleeping in a junior bed. Later on, once they are in a normal-sized bed, you can attach one side back on and use it as a daybed or mini sofa.

If you fancy a matching nursery there are other coordinating items available including a wardrobe and chest of drawers-style changing unit, both with the same curving lines at the cotbed. If space is an issue though, you’re in luck as the Lucas comes with built-in storage drawer under the sleeping space. This is a huge bonus for small nurseries, especially as many brands charge extra for a drawer, and this one is included in the price. The drawer is on wheels which makes it easier to roll in and out.

There are three mattress base heights that you can lower as your baby grows. Use the top level for newborns and younger babies to minimise how far you have to stoop over to lift them, the middle level for older babies who are starting to roll over or sit up, and the bottom level for toddlers who are very much on the move. Having it on the lowest setting means it’s much harder for adventurous tots to climb out too!

There’s also a teething rail to protect the cot’s wood if your baby starts to chew it when they’re cutting teeth. This wipe-clean plastic coating covers the top rails of the cot. There’s no drop-side however, which can be a useful feature if you’ve had a C-section, but this is a minor point.

What we love

The built-in storage drawer

Netmums' verdict

The Lucas costs around £330, which is edging slightly towards the top end of the market, but it does have a luxe feel. It’s full of features which make it well worth the extra pennies

Number of base positions

Drop side

Rocking

Assembly required

More than one person required for assembly

Length of warranty

Safety certification

What the manufacturer says

The Lucas is a stylish cot bed made from solid wood with a contemporary look and a sleigh design. The Lucas grows with your little one easily converting into a junior or sofa bed.

Features:

• Suitable from birth up to approximately 6 years
• Fully integrated under bed drawer
• Converts into a toddler bed
• Three position bed base
• Fixed side cot
• Two protective teething rails

Suitability…

A graceful piece that’s built to last, the Lucas Cot is suitable from birth up to approximately 6 years.

Matching furniture is available including wardrobe and a chest changer to complete another one of Tutti Bambini’s fine multi-piece nursery furniture sets.

About
Tutti Bambini provides an outstanding choice of both contemporary and traditional nursery furniture in a range of different colours and finished to the highest quality. They understand the importance of creating a safe and warm environment for infants whilst giving each and every nursery its own style and personality.